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Board of Advisors (BOA)

The Board of Advisors (BOA) plays a crucial role in providing professional insights and support to Penn Student Agencies (PSA), in alignment with PSA’s mission and vision

Purpose

The primary objectives of the BOA are:

Develop Understanding:

Provide insights and perspectives from various professional fields to enhance PSA’s operations.


Support New Ventures:

Offer guidance and resources to foster the development of innovative projects and initiatives.


Foster Networking:

Facilitate connections between PSA and industry professionals, creating opportunities for collaboration and growth.

 

Collaborate on Programming:

Work closely with PSA to design and implement programs that benefit the student community and beyond.


Encourage Sustainable Growth:

Advise on strategies for long-term success and sustainability.


Monitor Agency Performance:

Regularly evaluate and provide feedback on PSA’s performance and strategic direction

Composition

The BOA consists of:

Campus Student Leaders

Bringing student perspectives and insights into the advisory process.

 

Penn Faculty & Staff:

Representing University Partners and contributing academic and institutional expertise.

 

PSA Alumni:

Leveraging their professional experience and connections to support the current generation of PSA leaders.

 

Through the collective expertise and networks of its members, the BOA empowers PSA to enhance its operations, achieve strategic objectives, and continue its legacy of excellence in student entrepreneurship and leadership.

Alumni advisors

Jeffrey Adler

Class of 1984

Managing Director,
Primary Marketing Research
at Vault Consulting

Shelby Lynne Barlow

Class of 2018

Principal Instructional Designer,
Sales Excellence at Ingram Micro

Scott Romeika

Class of 1994

Consulting Psychologist
at Romeika Consulting,
Wharton Professor

Denis O'Flynn O'Brien

Class of 2011

Managing Director,
Roundwood Capital

Michael Warren

Class of 2020

Penn Student Agencies
Program Manager

Logan Kesel

Class of 2017

Senior People Manager,
Anheuser-Busch

university advisors

Cindy Au-Kramer

Finance, Operations,
& Program Coordinator,
Pan-Asian American
Community House

Student Advisors

Ria Kokkengada

FY25 Chief Executive Officer,
Penn Student Agencies

Ranim Albarkawi

Vice President of
Undergraduate Assembly